Category: Motorcycling

Intramuros commute & parking guide: How to get there and best ways to explore

Intramuros is one of the top tourist destinations in Manila for good reason. The Old Walled City is the premiere destination for any first-time tourists in transit to Manila and the go-to destination for entertaining balikbayans who might be home for the holidays.

There have been a lot of improvements to the area in the past few years like the Pasig River Esplanade, new museums like Centro de Turismo Intramuros and new cafes in Intramuros, which might be of interest the general public.

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Siquijor by Scooter | Where to stay: Republika Beach Bar & Baha Bar

Glittering blue-green waters and lush hills welcome visitors to the island of Siquijor. Formerly shrouded in stories of occult and witchcraft, Siquijor has a way of leaving travelers spellbound in a different way.

It’s been over a decade since I first visited and motorcycled solo around ‘the mystic island.’ Yet visions of the lonely tree-lined forest paths, the quiet coastal roads and empty beach coves still linger in my mind.

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Harley Davidson 2025 cruisers now in PH: Launch, prices & dealerships list

The 2025 Harley-Davidson Cruiser 117 lineup is now available in the Philippines.

The iconic American motorcycle brand unveiled six new cruiser models, namely the Street Bob, Heritage Classic, Fat Boy, Low Rider S, Low Rider ST, and Breakout cruisers in an exclusive event launch.

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Kilometer Zero markers and landmarks in the Philippines

We’ve all got to start from Zero. 

Sometimes, a visit to one landmark can spur you to get out of the house and give you a reason to travel somewhere. If you follow this blog, you know that I like to collect random things or visit specific reference points during road trips. One new travel quest I want to do in the future is to loop some of the many islands in the Philippines by motorcycle (the larger ones) or by bike (the smaller ones). And the best place to start in each island would be the Kilometer Zero markers on the road.

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British motorcycle brand BSA Gold Star arrives in PH this Feb 2024

For motorcycle aficionados, few brands have as rich and interesting history as “BSA”. Shorthand for Birmingham Small Arms Limited, the company dated to as far back as 1861. Based in the Gun Quarter, Birmingham, England, the industrial group first started out manufacturing firearms for both the military and sportsmen, but gradually diversified into bicycles, cars, buses, tools, and, eventually, motorcycles as the world transitioned to motorized transportation. 

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Road Trip Guide: Dingalan, Aurora

After almost two years of being stuck at home and riding only to nearby areas because of the pandemic, we decided to go on a motorcycle road trip right before Christmas last December 2021. Social gatherings were still limited, checkpoints in some areas were still strict, and borders to select destinations were just easing up. At the time, Dingalan in Aurora was one of the few places accepting tourists from other provinces and Metro Manila without a lot of requirements.

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British motorcycle brand BSA is coming to the Philippines

The legendary British motorcycle brand BSA is coming to the Philippines!

Originally founded in 1919 by the England-based Birmingham Small Arms Company Limited (BSA), a manufacturer of bicycles, cars, military and sporting firearms, and other machinery, BSA was once known as the largest motorcycle producer in the world during its peak in the late 1950s and early 60s.

Photos from BSA Motorcycles
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Trip Machine Moto-Lifestyle products now in the Philippines 

For those who love to ride, a motorcycle is not just a mere conveyance. It is about personal expression. Adventure. A loyal steed with which to discover new places, experience different cultures, and to have a deeper understanding about oneself and his or her place in this world. The beauty of the ride is not just about the rider, the motorcycle, or the destination. 

It is everything.

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La View Mountain Resort: Cabin-style cafe in Quezon

We first discovered La View Mountain Resort in January 2022. After trying to ride to Jariel’s Peak one weekend by motorcycles, we were forced to turn back because checkpoints and border restrictions going to Infanta, Quezon were still being enforced. 

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All-New Honda Rebel 1100 priced in the Philippines

Looking to upgrade your motorcycle this year? Honda Philippines recently introduced the All-New Rebel 1100 in the Philippines. This stylish big bike model features a modern bobber design, a classic single-round LED headlight, and hunched fuel tank. The Honda Rebel 1100 allows riders to enjoy a relaxed riding posture, for a comfortable and sophisticated experience for both long and short-distance travels.

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